3D visualization

Dimensional digital imaging

3D visualization is the creation of three-dimensional graphical representations, typically rendered on a two-dimensional screen.

Architects use it to show clients how buildings will look before construction.

Scientists visualize molecular structures or climate data.

Video games and films rely on 3D visualization to create immersive worlds.

The term covers both the process and the resulting images: The 3D visualization helped investors understand the project.

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dimensionality

3D visualizationplan view

Diagram from above

schematic · blueprint · cross-section

representation mode

3D visualizationtabular data

Information organized in rows/columns

spreadsheet · code · raw numbers · raw data · data table

virtuality

3D visualizationphysical model

Constructed representation of something

scale model · mockup · direct observation

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